Is tatooing considered social regression?

Question

"In the past tattooing was regarded as a countercultural practice. Today, it is becoming increasingly

common and mainstream." is this social regression? thanks in advance!

Answer 1

No.

Tats have been a part of our culture and others since 297 AD.
http://www.designboom.com/history/tattoo_history.html

I'm Native American and it is a part of my history and culture. Polynesian, Samoan and Moria are still doing it.

Most say it is generational but I didn't get my 1st tat until I was 50 and now at 55 I have 5 tats so it isn't just the younger generation getting into it. I see it as a form of self-expression and today there is better tattoo artists out there doing phenomenal work and you get to wear a piece of art.

So, no regression just a continuation.

Some pretty and artistic tats on women - tasteful not S****y
http://womensink.blogspot.com/2009/09/asianchinese-themed-tattoos.html